Prime Day and competing sales had AI laptops and Copilot+ PCs on sale, but worry not if you missed the deals. Best Buy holds strong with some serious discounts.
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/laptops/copilot-ai-laptops-best-buy-post-prime-day-deals
Dying Light: The Beast is scheduled to launch on August 22, so I spent four hours playing the game before sitting down to interview franchise director Tymon Smektala on the significance of Kyle Crane's return, zombie gore fidelity, and what makes this zombie franchise special.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/interview-preview-dying-light-the-beast
AMD and Stability AI on Monday said that the two companies have ported Stable Diffusion 3.0 Medium to Stability’s Amuse AI art generator, allowing improved image generation, and even text, running just on the NPU alone.
With most of the jaw-dropping advancements in AI art coming from the cloud (such as Google Veo 3) a new AI art model running locally on AMD
It took a long time for Windows 11 and Wi-Fi 7 to finally come together. Devices with the new Wi-Fi standard have been available since the beginning of 2023, but Windows didn’t support it until the latest 24H2 update. That said, the timing might be intentional.
On one hand, Wi-Fi 7 becomes another reason to switch to Windows 11, especially since Windows 10,
One of the best things you can get right now is a power bank that’s powerful enough to not only charge your phone on the go, but also your laptop. This Baseus EnerGeek that’s now 43% off on Amazon is an awesome choice—not just because it’s fast, but because it has a nifty extra feature that’s sure to make you want i
Mini-PCs are becoming so affordable and yet so capable these days that you can buy a decent one for around $100. I’m talking about a mini that will run at a decent 3.6GHz clock speed, come with 12GB or more DDR5 RAM, and include Windows 11 — and it’ll be fast enough to take care of most of your computing needs, too.
In fact, I was so impressed by the review
If you’ve been thinking about getting a new laptop or desktop PC for your home office, consider this Beelink EQR6 mini PC instead. It’s more than powerful enough for day-to-day tasks, and it’s extremely affordable now that it’s down to just $279 (was $359) on Amazon! The only catch is, this deal is for Prime members
If you suddenly experience stuttering or a performance dip mid-game, your first thought is usually the graphics card, outdated drivers, or a poor internet connection. But your browser can also hog a surprising amount of system resources, especially with background tabs or streaming sites open, which directly impacts your frame rate (FPS).
If Twitch is runni
SharePoint is one of those less-visible portions of Microsoft Office. It’s a tool for managing shared files across users and systems — if you don’t use it for work, you may never have heard of it, but if you do, it’s probably a lynchpin of your daily team functions. And there’s bad n
Meta, the owner of WhatsApp, is planning to replace the current Windows app for a simpler web wrapper version.
According to Windows Latest, the latest beta version of WhatsApp for PC users will abandon the native Windows
If you’ve been on the hunt for a superpowered gaming laptop at an excellent price, then stop what you’re doing! I’ve found one for you. Right now at Best Buy, this Alienware 16X
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Privacy-focused search engine DuckDuckGo has launched a new search filter that allows users to prevent AI-generated images being shown in image searches. The feature was added after users complained that AI images make it harder to find relevant results.
The setting can be found under the “Im
Geeks love to get a little more power out of their hardware by digging deep in its guts, either literally or with software. A little gentle overclocking is usually safe, and in fact it’s expected to a certain degree by manufacturers. But an unorthodox method for laptops with discrete Nvidia RTX graphics cards is extremely powerful…and notably dangerous.
It’
A browser-based AI-powered software creation platform called Replit is reported to have gone rogue and deleted a live company database.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says the company will surpass 1 million GPUs by the end of 2025, but his sights are set on 100 million. Already backed by the world’s largest AI data center in Texas, OpenAI’s infrastructure push highlights the growing clash between AI ambitions and power grid realities.
https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/sam-altman-teases-100-m
ASUS has launched the ExpertCenter Pro ET900N G3, a desktop powered by NVIDIA’s GB300 Grace Blackwell Ultra, offering up to 20 PFLOPS of AI performance and 784 GB of memory. This marks NVIDIA’s shift from DGX-only systems to OEM desktops, with GB300 servers entering mass production by Q4 2025.
https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/asus-brings-nvidi
France is investigating whether X has manipulated its algorithm and engaged in "fraudulent data extraction." Prosecutors are looking into if the social media platform engaged in election interference. They launched the investigation on July 11, following reports in January. It has labelled X as an "organized gang."
X's Global Government Affairs a
A while back, I built a simple app to track stocks. It pulled market data and generated daily reports based on my risk tolerance. Basically a personal investment assistant. It worked well enough that I kept going.
Now, the same framework helps me with real estate: comparing neighborhoods, checking flood risk, weather patterns, school zones, old vs. new builds, etc. It’s a messy, multi-variable decision—which turns out to be a great use case for AI agents.
Instead of ChatGPT or Grok 4, I
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Just curious. So many threads used to be essentially Cursor vs Windsurf, Cursor alone as a presumed champion, and more recently Claude Code.
Basically never hear about Augment Code, Gemini CLI, Codex CLI, etc. which all seem pretty well respected. Or Replit, Bolt which seem to have huge user numbers (not professional devs though which is why I assume they're so under-represented here).
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Companies developing video AI models and tools often talk about working with Hollywood studios to make certain workflows possible. On Thursday, Netflix said that it has started using AI in movies and shows it produces. https://webdesignernews.com/netflix-starts-using-genai-in-its-shows-and-films/
OpenAI unveils ‘ChatGPT agent’ that gives ChatGPT its own computer to autonomously use your email and web apps, download and create files for you https://webdesignernews.com/openai-unveils-chatgpt-agent/
Non-linear web design offers users a dynamic and interactive experience by allowing them to explore content in various, personalized paths rather than following a rigid, linear flow. This approach enhances user engagement and fosters a more organic, exploratory web experience. https://webdesignernews.com/non-linear-web-design-unlocking-the-future-of-user-experience/
Small details in product design can create big moments of friction. This is one of them. https://webdesignernews.com/invisible-ux-friction/
When I first stepped into the world of UX, I was flooded with buzzwords — wireframes, user personas, sitemaps, design systems, micro interactions, heuristics… the list never ended. I watched countless YouTube tutorials, bookmarked too many articles, and spent days trying to make my Figma files look “perfect.” https://webdesignernews.com/ux-for-beginners/
Welcome to this week’s Unicorn Club, and a quick shoutout to the 29 new readers who joined us. You’re in good company. https://webdesignernews.com/beware-ux-debt-plus-ai-patterns-sticky-headings/
One of the fastest ways to frustrate a user is by losing their progress. Imagine this: you scroll, scroll, scroll down a long list…click…read, and hit the Back button, only to land back at the top of the list instead of where you left off. https://webdesignernews.com/designing-scroll-behavior-when-to-save-a-users-place-2/
So, you’ve built an amazing open source project or developer tool. Now you need a landing page that doesn’t suck! You could spend weeks researching what works, A/B testing layouts, and second-guessing design decisions. https://webdesignernews.com/we-studied-100-dev-tool-landing-pages-heres-what-really-works-in-2025/
But what about future generations? For them, these tools will have always been an integral part of everyday life. Just as I can remember a time without smartphones, my teenage daughter can’t. She was born after the iPhone took the world by storm. Touchscreens and app stores are all she’s ever known. https://webdesignernews.com/how-will-ai-impact-the-next-generation-of-designers/
When we hype up the technology, we mostly help the people who put money into it. This post isn’t about those people or that money, maybe they could use the help… my point is, they are irrelevant when we want to understand the merits of AI. They muddy the waters and overshadow the important questions. https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-avoid-that-your-post-about-ai-helps-the-hype/
Despite being on the fastest plan available, I was experiencing slow, inconsistent speeds. I leaned on these expert tips to help me out. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/i-fixed-laggy-internet-with-4-simple-tricks/#ftag=CADf328eec
Keep your security cameras in shape and dust-free with a couple of cleanings per year. Here's how I do it avoid problems like scratches. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/my-best-tips-on-how-to-clean-sensitive-security-cameras-and-their-lenses/#ftag=CADf328eec
Don't sweat roaming charges on your next trip abroad. GigSky and Visa are offering a 15-day free eSim trial so you can access the internet on your phone worry-free. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/i-just-discovered-a-travel-hack-that-can-save-you-time-and-money-on-international-trips-and-its-completely-free/#ftag=CADf328eec
You may see as many as 100 meteors per hour if you're in a place where it's dark enough. https://www.cnet.com/science/space/bright-fireballs-in-the-skies-catch-the-perseids-meteor-shower-this-week/#ftag=CADf328eec
CDs aren't an exciting investment. That's what makes them awesome. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/the-best-savings-strategy-in-an-uncertain-economy-is-a-boring-one/#ftag=CADf328eec
"Surely you can’t be serious about watching all of the Naked Gun movies," you say. Yes, I am, and stop calling me "Shirley." https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-watch-the-naked-gun-series/#ftag=CADf328eec
From a wildly thin design to an impressive camera and powerful performance, Samsung's latest book-style foldable balances form and function. But it comes at a heavy price. https://www.cnet.com/videos/galaxy-z-fold-7-review-samsung-finally-nailed-the-foldable/#ftag=CADf328eec
Microplastics are showing up in foods you probably eat every single day. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/want-to-avoid-microplastics-start-by-skipping-these-8-foods/#ftag=CADf328eec
A new report claims Apple might release the iOS 26 public beta this week – possibly on Wednesday.
Hidden code in Google Play Services suggests that a revamped look for earbuds battery status is on the way.
Full Alaska Airlines fleet affected after mystery IT outage caused havoc for several hours, with further delays are expected.
Popular privacy-first search engine DuckDuckGo is adding a filter to remove AI-generated images from your search results.
Avatar: Fire and Ash's trailer finally makes its first public appearance – and it might make it worth visiting a 3D screen this week.
Microsoft makes a "commitment to improving Windows 11 performance" – and I hope this means a fix for long-running File Explorer sluggishness.
YouTube Music is taking inspiration from Spotify once again with the addition of a new 'Resume' feature, but it's still early days.
Ralph Ineson and Julia Garner only had 24 hours to discuss bringing their characters' complicated dynamic to life on the big screen.
Last week's Fitbit's outage was the latest in a series of issues, and I'm still getting emails from irate users.
Chinese engineers are apparently being employed with minimal supervision from US personnel.
Wireless charging is about to get a big upgrade with the introduction of the Qi 2.2 wireless standard. But is it really the future?
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The iPhone 17 Air is rumoured to have a battery capacity of around 2800 mAh, which is seriously low for 2025, and notably smaller than the iPhone 16’s 3651mAh cell. That’s according to the popular Weibo account Instant Digital (via MacRumors), which has over 1.4 million followers. That might seem like a small capacity, however it does [...]
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Why beat the game when you can just buy the resources you need in games like Assassin's Creed? Heck, Ubisoft says it's more fun!
Play games from the PC Game Pass app, Steam, or any of its competing digital platforms on this discounted ASUS ROG Ally, now available for $499.99 at Best Buy.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently shared thoughts about DeepSeek's efforts, claiming the company is yet to unlock AI efficiency levels beyond his own company.
If you’ve spent any amount of time using ChatGPT, you already know that it often requires lengthy explanations, prompt tweaks, and/or extra context to get it doing what you actually meant. Often, but not always.
ChatGPT is capable of performing useful tasks with single
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Send and receive a fax from the comfort of your computer, no fax modem required.
MSI’s Katana 17 HX gets the basics right with Raptor Lake and an RTX 5070 for around $1,300.
https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/msi-katana-17-hx-gaming-laptop-review
Social media chatter suggests that Meta offered a potential AI hire $1.25 billion.
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Make the coolest gift for your child to keep them busy this summer, with AI's help. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-create-coloring-pages-of-your-kids-your-pets-and-other-things-they-love/#ftag=CADf328eec
As security trade-offs become routine, visibility emerges as the key to regaining control.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-risk-we-chose-when-compromise-becomes-the-default
Matt Shakman has a terse response for people who have hit out at the Marvel Phase 6 movie's visual effects.
Patches for a critical severity SharePoint bug are now available, with users are urged to apply immediately.
Britain's fastest supercomputer is powered by nearly 5,500 GH200 chips.
Millions of field workers vital to the global economy will quit by 2030: here's how AI can solve that problem
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The next Battlefield game might have the least surprising name ever, but what is surprising is that a reveal could happen next week.
A common theme over the last few years is that audio equipment generally does more than its predecessors did. Amplifiers have grown digital inputs and complete streaming modules, streamers are generally DACs and preamps as well and far more things have a headphone socket than was the case until recently. Against this, the Cambridge [...]
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Apple is set to introduce a new iPad Pro featuring the M5 chip later this year, but the headline feature may be an upgrade to the front-facing camera system. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the 2025 iteration of iPad Pro will have a second front-facing camera, this time positioned on the portrait edge of the [...]
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With robot vacuum cleaners rapidly hitting that point where even more budget models have decent suction power and mopping capabilities, what do you do next? If you’re Roborock, you add something that the competition doesn’t have: an OmniGrip robot arm that can tidy up automatically. As far as the Roborock Saros Z70 goes, that [...]
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Microsoft has signed a deal with Vaulted Deep to help bury waste from manure, sewage, and agricultural byproducts deep underground for the next 12 years.
https://www.windowscentral.com/artificial-intelligence/microsoft-will-bury-4-9m-tons-of-manure
Researchers have created a 1 mm² chip that merges quantum photonics, electronics, and self-tuning systems—all on a standard 45 nm CMOS process. This breakthrough brings mass-producible quantum hardware closer than ever, much like the Intel 4004 did for microprocessors.
https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/quantum-computing/researchers-pack-a-quantum-li
